Paul Eastwick

Mentioned in 9 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

A psychology professor at UC Davis who directs the Attraction and Relationships Research Laboratory, studying the evolutionary basis of mate selection, pair bonding, and relationship formation. He is the author of *Bonded by Evolution* and frequently appears on podcasts to discuss the science of love, attraction, and how evolutionary factors shape human relationships. He also co-hosts the podcast *Love Factually* with Eli Finkel, exploring relationship science through popular media.

Appears On

Passion Struck with John R. Miles Modern Wisdom The Pulse Something You Should Know Speaking of Psychology Hidden Brain

Episode Appearances

Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 24, 2026

Why Humans Are Wired for Love but Struggling to Connect | Dr. Justin Garcia — EP 745

“Cited for work on relationship compatibility and responsiveness in partner selection”

Evolutionary biology of pair bonding and romantic loveNeurobiological mechanisms of romantic attachment and rejectionTouch deprivation and physical intimacy in modern relationships

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 5, 2026

The Science of Opening Up: The Hidden Cost of Under Sharing | Dr. Leslie John - EP 737

“Featured in previous PassionStruck episodes discussing evolutionary elements of love and relationships”

Self-disclosure and vulnerability in leadershipPsychological safety in workplace environmentsGender socialization and emotional expression

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Modern Wisdom · Mar 2, 2026

#1066 - Dr Kathryn Paige Harden - The Genetics of Evil: Are People Born Bad?

“Relationship researcher whose work on mate value and pair bonding cited regarding evolution and reproduction”

Behavioral Genetics and Heritability of Antisocial BehaviorFree Will vs. Determinism in Criminal JusticeGenetic Essentialism and Retributive Justice

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 24, 2026

How to Make Your Child Feel Seen: The Science of Mattering | Gordon Flett – EP 733

“Discussed evolutionary components of relationships and impact when those elements disappear”

Anti-mattering and psychological pain correlationDouble jeopardy (loneliness + insignificance)Unbearable insignificance as psychological condition

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 20, 2026

The Mattering Mirror: How to Rewire Your Worth Today | John R. Miles - EP 732

“Researcher who discussed how evolution shapes and bounds human relationships in the You Matter series”

Social Media Addiction and Platform Design EthicsIntrinsic vs. Extrinsic Worth and Self-ValidationPerfectionism Epidemic and Mental Health Crisis

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The Pulse · Feb 12, 2026

Finding Your Match: The Science of Love and Attraction

“Principal investigator of Attraction and Relationships Research Lab at UC Davis; author of 'Bonded by Evolution'”

Attraction and mate value assessmentOnline dating and dating app algorithmsCompatibility prediction and measurement

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Something You Should Know · Feb 12, 2026

How to Find True Love & Why Some People Pursue Impossible Goals

“UC Davis psychology professor and author of 'Bonded by Evolution' discussing science of attraction and relationship formation”

Attraction and relationship psychologyOnline dating app effectiveness and limitationsLong-term relationship formation and compatibility

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Speaking of Psychology · Feb 11, 2026

What relationship science says about finding love, with Paul Eastwick, PhD

“Professor of psychology at UC Davis leading the Attraction and Relationships Research Laboratory; author of 'Bonded by Evolution'”

Evolutionary Psychology Narratives in DatingRomantic Compatibility AssessmentGender Differences in Mate Selection

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Hidden Brain · Feb 9, 2026

Coming Clean

“Co-host with Eli Finkel of 'Love Factually' podcast exploring relationship science through film”

Self-disclosure and vulnerability in relationshipsTrust-building through authentic communicationPsychological benefits of sharing secrets and embarrassing stories

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